Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) Chairman, retired Major General Hafeez Ur Rehman on Thursday dismissed claims that a social-media firewall had been removed ahead of the 5G spectrum auction.
He insisted that internet governance mechanisms remain fully operational and do not hinder network performance. Addressing the National Assembly standing committee, PTA Chairman clarified that there is no “firewall” in place, but rather a Web Management System that has been operational since 2006 and last upgraded in 2023.
Also, other PTA officials said the system does not slow internet speeds, delay services, or obstruct new technologies such as 5G. Officials also revealed that the mechanism has previously been used to block platforms, including X, under court and government directives, while also helping curb grey traffic and prevent cross-border cyberattacks.
Lawmakers were told that digital security measures would remain intact as Pakistan moves toward the launch of next-generation mobile services.
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Lumber 1 for a reason
“- and prevent cross-border cyberattacks”
so basically a firewall, Right?
Does PTA think everyone is uneducated?
Why the firewall was installed, just to waste the tax payers hard earned money and who is responsible for the blunder.Any accountability?
With due respect, why can’t we have people with relevant expertise to run govt entities. Which is one of the main reason for poor performance.
Politcal Firewall controlled by Army has destroyed IT businesses earning dollars via export of services in Pakistan.
This regime is built around lies and bluff especially when it comes from the mouth of those having zero credibility
This firewall installed and then drop shows that how much capable Are these ppl. After retirement private sector hire them maximum as HR, because they can not perform in other department. So after that firewall result, ppl should assume that how retired army hired ppl for PIA, They destroyed giant department who was the source to generate finance for country (PAKISTAN)….